I’m late with the podcast this week, unfortuantely, due to a combination of network issues and Very Loud Wind. (Thanks Darragh) However, it’s in the bag now, and I’m editing it feverishly to get this week’s “new old stuff update” to you ASAP. James and I will be recording someRead More →

Bob Monkhouse hosted Family Fortunes

For fans of television history and trivia, a recent discovery has sparked excitement. A previously lost episode of the popular game show Family Fortunes has been uploaded to YouTube. Hosted by the legendary Bob Monkhouse, the episode originally aired on January 9th, 1982, as part of series three. The episodeRead More →

Devin Stanfield and Patrick Troughton in The Box of Delights (1984)

BBC Four is bringing back the magic of The Box of Delights this Christmas. To celebrate its 40th anniversary, the six-part adaptation of John Masefield’s classic children’s novel will air on in December. This is in addition to the upcoming Blu-ray release. Starring the wonderful Patrick Troughton, the series followsRead More →